CLIFTON VINING WWTP - Secondary Treatment Plant in Clifton, Kansas

CLIFTON VINING WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Clifton, Clay County, Kansas, United States. The plant serves a small population of 615 residents, reflecting the rural character of the area. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the US Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 386.11 units and currently discharges 230.91 units, indicating it operates below its full capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into a local waterway, contributing to the overall water quality management in the Kansas River basin. The plant's operation helps protect downstream aquatic ecosystems and supports the environmental health of the region.

The plant discharges into a local watercourse that is part of the Kansas River watershed, which ultimately drains into the Missouri River and then the Mississippi River. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional agriculture and drinking water supplies. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pollutant loads, protecting downstream water quality.